Ross Dunfee The killing was over. The four-year long Civil War officially ended at Appomattox, Va. April 9, 1865. There was a large division between the northern states (largely industrial) and the southern states (largely agrarian) over slavery, states’ rights, and westward expansion. The election of Lincoln was the last straw, and by one month…
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Generals, May 2021
Health Fair 2021 Scheduled
Phyllis Ketring, Publicity Coordinator The 2021 Health Fair is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 23, 9 a.m. to noon. If the pandemic numbers decrease while vaccinations increase, and both SaddleBrooke One and MountainView open their spaces for public use, it is very likely that the 2021 Health Fair will be back in a familiar format. Currently,…
Generals, May 2021
March Blood Drive was a Huge Success
Michael and Laurie Lien Our March blood drive had a great response from SaddleBrooke residents. There were 68 out of 69 appointments filled, making this the largest blood drive ever at SaddleBrooke. Thank you so much for making this such a successful blood drive. The next blood drive will take place on May 22 from…
Front Page, April 2021
Friends of SDB Libraries: Bucks 4 Books Raffle Raises Funds for Our Libraries
Nancy McCluskey-Moore The Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries (FSL) Bucks 4 Books Raffle supports funding for the SaddleBrooke Community Libraries to purchase books, DVDs, and audiobooks for our libraries. Fifty-percent of the funds raised through the raffle (after expenses) will be used to buy new materials for our libraries and the remaining 50% will be awarded…
Generals, April 2021
Join Us May 2 for an Online Event and Auction to Benefit Sr. Jose Women’s Center
Leslie Fore Please join us on May 2, for an online event honoring mothers and women, with proceeds going to assist women experiencing homelessness in Tucson. This event will include an amazing presentation about the Sister Jose Women’s Center (SWJC) at 2 p.m. What do I have to do to participate? There is a specialized link to…
Generals, April 2021
Ballet Tucson Announces the Return of Their Celebrated Pop Up Performances
Deb Weisel Tucson’s only professional ballet company has announced the return of their critically acclaimed Pop Up Performances. Tucsonans can experience the inspiring talent of the company’s professional dancers outdoors at unique settings throughout the city. Ballet Tucson is thrilled to be returning to the Tucson Museum of Art and to add two new locations…
Generals, April 2021
Oracle Assembly Show-N-Shine Car Show
Clare Grochocki The Oracle Assembly Show-N-Shine Car Show will be held on Saturday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Oracle Assembly. Sign in is from 9 to 10 a.m. The show is open to all antique, classic, vintage, and custom cars, trucks, and motorcycles. There is no entrance fee. As there…
Generals, March 2021
Institute of Jewish Services and Studies Celebrates Passover
Melanie Einbund Institute of Jewish Services and Studies (IJSS) March services will be held on Friday, March 26 at 7 p.m. Rabbi Seltzer will be officiating. Services will be viewed via Zoom. IJSS members will be receiving (by email) the Zoom link prior to Friday, Feb. 26. The Holiday The Jewish Holiday of Passover begins…
Generals, March 2021
January Blood Drive Success
Michael and Laurie Lien Our January blood drive was a great success. There were 66 units of blood collected, which means over 190 people will be helped by your donations. The next blood drive will take place on March 27, from 7 a.m. until noon at MountainView Ballroom. All precautions will remain in place including…
Front Page, March 2021
Fine Art Show Goes on the Road
LaVerne Kyriss Put on your masks and buckle the seat belt in your golf cart or car. It’s time to visit the SaddleBrooke Fine Art Guild’s spring art show. This year it’s going to be a little different. The show is set for one day, March 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Taking a…